Northern Ireland

Music teacher returned for trial on charges of sexual activity with children

The 59-year-old man is accused of 10 charges of sexual activity with five different children
The 59-year-old man is accused of 10 charges of sexual activity with five different children

A music teacher from Derry has been returned for trial on charges of sexual activity with children.

Brian Bergin (59), of Brookhill in the city, appeared at a preliminary enquiry at Derry Magistrate's Court today.

He faced a total of 10 charges of sexual activity with five different children on dates between August 2011 and May 2014.

When asked if he wished to call any witnesses or make any statement, Bergin replied "Not at this time".

He was returned for trial to Derry Crown Court sitting on January 16 and released on his own bail on condition he has no contact with any of the alleged injured parties.